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French ship makes first Western European transit of Hormuz since Iran conflict

A French-owned container ship has crossed the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route that has been largely restricted since the start of the Middle East conflict.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 3

Food prices spiked in March as Middle East conflict drove up energy costs, UN says

Biggest rises were in vegetable oil and sugar prices, which increased by 5% and 7% respectively

The Guardian - UK · Apr 3

France and South Korea deepen defence cooperation amid Middle East war

French President Emmanuel Macron and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung have agreed to boost defence cooperation and work together to address the economic and energy crises triggered by the war in Iran.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 3

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'Why we love this place!': Dubai government's gesture for Scottish expat stuns netizens online

Amid the ongoing regional tension in the Middle East, the government authorities have been working in all aspects to ensure that the residents are protected and safe. From public appearances to online assurance, ministries and officials have left no stone unturned to ensure that life in the UAE remains normal…

The Times of India · Apr 3

Pakistan announces free public transport after fuel price hike – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Apr 3

Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge cancel exams in UAE: Know new grading rules, results and more

Following the ongoing regional conflict in the Middle East and the effects of the US-Israel-Iran war, numerous boards across the Gulf have cancelled examinations for students and stuck to alternative evaluation methods for the assessment of their results. Now, UK boards have also cancelled exams for students in UAE.

The Times of India · Apr 3

Iran fires on targets across Mideast while Israel and US hit Tehran as war shows no signs of slowing

Iran fired on targets across the Middle East while American and Israeli airstrikes hit the Islamic Republic as the war neared the end of its fifth week unabated

The Independent UK · Apr 3

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Stocks Are Mixed Despite a Huge Oil Move: Stock Market Today

Stocks and oil continue to rise and fall with the ebb and flow of news from the White House and the Middle East.

Kiplinger · Apr 2

Kemi Badenoch says Trump ‘should not abandon mess he’s made’ in Middle East

Mrs Badenoch said her message to Mr Trump would be “if you break it, you own it”

The Independent UK · Apr 2

Losing a catastrophic war is no way for America to celebrate its 250th birthday

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: To avert global recession, US allies are being forced to humiliate themselves and clean up after Donald Trump in the Middle East. Never has an American president wreaked such havoc on erstwhile friends

The Independent UK · Apr 2

Australia joins oil crisis talks ahead of key UN vote

Australia has joined nations for talks about a vital oil corridor, as the UN Security Council considers whether "defensive" action can be taken against Iran.

AAP · Apr 2

‘For Every Assassination, an American Tech Company Will Be Destroyed’: What Does That Mean for Tesla Stock?

The IRGC has threatened attacks on several American tech majors, including Tesla.

Barchart · Apr 2

Macron rejects military plan as allies push to reopen Strait of Hormuz

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that using military force to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be “unrealistic”, as more than 40 countries held talks on restoring access to the vital shipping route, compromised by the war in the Middle East.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 2

Should You Chase the Rally as Micron Stock Bounces Back?

Micron stock rallied yesterday on a constructive GF Securities note and signs of easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Here’s why MU shares are worth buying into strength.

Barchart · Apr 2

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The Conversation · Apr 2

Bypass the Strait of Hormuz with nuclear explosives? The US studied that in Panama and Colombia in the 1960s

With the world struggling to get oil supplies moving from the Middle East, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich raised eyebrows with a social media post highlighting a radical idea: Use nuclear bombs to cut a new channel along a route that would avoid Iranian threats in the Strait of Hormuz.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 2

As oil prices rise, France suggests extra tax could help phase out fossil fuels

As the war in the Middle East drives up prices of petrol and gas, France wants to use additional tax revenue generated to fund the country’s move away from fossil fuels – but some analysts say any extra returns are offset by rising costs and inflation.

The Independent UK · Apr 2

Why the Middle East conflict is changing so many holiday plans

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The Conversation · Apr 2

The world’s supply of helium is being threatened by the Iran war

The war in the Middle East has disrupted the world’s supply of helium. Qatar produces about a third of global helium, but attacks on its gas infrastructure have forced production to stop.

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Barchart · Apr 2

Stocks Tumble Before the Open as Oil Prices Jump After Trump’s Iran Address

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -1.27%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -1.65% this morning as doubts over a quick resolution to the Middle East conflict dampened sentiment and fueled a spike in oil prices.

Evening Standard · Apr 2

Firms predict faster increases in prices amid Middle East conflict

The Bank of England’s latest survey of finance bosses across UK companies also highlighted growing uncertainty over the business outlook.

Evening Standard · Apr 2

Iran war affects 17,000 bookings as travellers seek sun elsewhere – Lastminute

The holiday website said it was having to ‘adapt quickly’ to travellers changing their preferences in light of the conflict.

The Guardian - UK · Apr 2

Coordinated conflict: how the Ukraine and Iran wars are starting to overlap

Battlefield outcomes are connected by the sharing of weapons and intelligence as well as the damage to the global economy

The Conversation · Apr 2

Fuel prices are driving more Australians to EVs - and secondhand cars are in high demand

As conflict in the Middle East sends diesel and petrol prices skyrocketing, more and more Australians and New Zealanders are showing interest in electric vehicles.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 2

France's Macron visits South Korea for talks on technology and security

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in South Korea on Thursday for a state visit focused on trade, technology and security – following talks in Tokyo where he and Japan’s prime minister agreed to push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, disrupted by the war in the Middle East.

The Conversation · Apr 2

Winter crops need to be sown - but Australia’s farmers are worried about fertilisers and fuel

War in the Middle East has put a spotlight on the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow sea passage through which 20% of global oil supply is shipped. But far less attention has been paid to another essential product derived from oil and gas, on which the world also relies: fertiliser.

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